scoobyslf

Thanks for all the info guys, my 02 bugeye developed the fault this morning, so ive spoken to Subaru UK and awaiting a call back from there technical department, hopingnot to have to phone Martin but will do if required. Ill update how i go on.

KLR16V

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BTTT

jtonkins

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great info! was wondering why mine was stinking so bad will have to get that sorted out soon!!

l600dan

Had this very problem fixed by the dealer on my 2002 WRX. Whilst it has sorted the fuel smell in all temps, I notice that ever since the work has been completed, I hear a 'hissing' like air leaking when I give it the berries. I reckon I'm down on boost too. Is this a problem anyone knows about? My guess is they've not put it back together right, but then I'm not certain what they had to strip off in order to get to the leaking part. Does anyone have any idea what is involved in the remedial works?

Deano1565

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To do the job they have to take the intercooler of, Chances are it is one of the pipe's from the intercooler not on proper or one of the jubilee clips that hold the pipes in place has not been tightened up proper. I did mine last year and the short fat pipe from the Intercooler to the manifold was not seated proper displaying the same symptoms. Took about 5 minute fix. Hope yours is as easy to sort out mate.

Steve_PPP

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They actually remove the whole intake manifold to do this job - yes the intercooler will come off too, but it could be any boost hose under the bonnet thats causing the problem...

Deano1565

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Yes I know the manifold has to come of, as I said i did mine last year, and if I remember rightly the only boost pipes that are jubilee clipped are from the ic/bov? I may be wrong as i have slept since . Could also be one of the manifold gaskets that has given up the ghost if they haven't been replaced with new ones.

l600dan

Sorted this issue now. Quick plug for Subaru in Tunbridge Wells who had not bothered to tighten the jubilee clips between the intercooler and the inlet manifold. They were so loose the clips could be rotated with one finger! Would definitely not advocate the competency of their mechanics. Good job I didn't pay for this! The boost is back yay!

scoobyslf

Hi guys just to confirm ive had my recall for the fuel smell which had developed on my 02 bugeye,fixed by subaru free of charge. I collected the car today and i too have noticed the slight hissing noise coming from under the bonnet, i previously hadnt had this so will have a look tomorrow to see if any clips are loose, thanks for the info where to look, i was very pleased with what subaru have done and the service i have recieved, however will be checking tomorrow for any loose clips!

sedge69

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same here dudes, spoke to martin then to subaru dealer and got it fixed FOC last week

sedge

scoobywrxwagon

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Hi, I spoke with K T Green Subaru today about this fault and to there credit they have booked me in for the work to be done next week, I have to drop it off on Sat (due to working during the week) and collecting it Mon or Tue depending on how long it takes em, Question is to anyone that has had the work done is do they give u a courtesy car ?

sedge69

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didnt get a courtsey car (never asked for one) but dropped it of at 9am and picked it back up at 4.30 the same day

sedge

scoobywrxwagon

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Which Subaru Garage did you take it too ?

sedge69

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The one at the top of pool bank just past yeadon airport
0113 284 3535 used this number and had no problems at all

Sedge

scoobywrxwagon

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Ye same one, K T Green.

Hope they do a good job and I hope there isnt any suprise charges when they have finished the job.

If they break anything while doing the job they have to replace the parts dont they ??

Cheers

sedge69

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They said to me that if owt breaks e.g any rusty pipes I would have to pay for it but everything went smoothly and I didn't pay owt and I got new inlet gaskets as well coa mine were shot to ****.

Sedge

sedge69

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They said to me that if owt breaks e.g any rusty pipes I would have to pay for it but everything went smoothly and I didn't pay owt and I got new inlet gaskets as well coa mine were shot to ****.

Sedge

scoobywrxwagon

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Good to hear I hope mine goes well, Last thing I want is a massive bill for something they are supposed to do for free.

Cheers

MrNoisy

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To be fair mate if they bust a load of your parts I'd have expected them to at least offer up part of the money to fix it, as there's not normally a need for a knowledgeable mechanic to get heavy handed!

Hopefully you're having this done because you've encountered the fuel smell issue; bit concerned that a lot of people may see this thread and assume they're entitled to have their fuel pipes replaced (incidentally, I was warned at the time that Subaru UK may also not agree to pay to replace the part if it's not faulty - this is essentially a goodwill gesture).

Just so readers of this thread are aware, not all bugeye models are affected by this issue, and if you've not experienced a smell of fuel on a cold morning (or otherwise) you shouldn't have anything to worry about!

That said scoobywrxwagon, if you've encountered the issue, hope they sort it for you. The had no problems with my car, but the engine bay is pretty tidy tbh

scoobywrxwagon

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I just hope all goes well, Every morning I get into the car when its been cold I get the smell my little boy always asks "Daddy whats that smell" So I know its not just me.
I`m glad I saw this thread otherwise I wouldnt have know about it.

MrNoisy

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Fair enough, hope it gets sorted

Robb M.

test, please ignore.

dj1

thanks to this thread im gettin my sti type uk done tomorrow 22nd feb at keith prices f.o.c . while im there im going to try to get some money back as i paid to get my uk300 done in 2008 at a massive cost £568 that had the same problem. so a big thanks to all the people who posted the info

dj1

just collected my car from the garage. alls well new fuel pipes NO CHARGES , NO SMELL OF FUEL might get more mpg now

scoobywrxwagon

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All done and dusted by K T Green, One of the pipes from the header tank needed replacing which they did and only changed for the part and they replaced a few nuts and bolts too while doing the job free of charge.

Overall the issue with the smell of fuel has gone and the service provided was top notch !!

Rich

Steve_PPP

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Just thought i'd update this thread...

Well done Subaru UK My local dealer submitted a claim for the work done on my car about a year ago, Subaru agreed to refund - and i've now got my £300 back

BexWRX

Thats great news Steve PPP.
None of my dealers seem interested in helping nor believe that it should be covered under warranty. Best advice I've had is to pay for it myself 'love' and try to claim it back from Subaru.
I shall try Subaru UK and see if I get any better joy with them. The last couple of days its been 2degrees and the smell is giving me a headache again!

MrNoisy

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I did this, i.e paid first then submitted a claim.
Got a refund within 3 weeks.
With mine, they sent the faulty part to Subaru. No problem.

SinghSuperStud

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Will they still do the fix on a modd'ed car? I have an STI inlet manifold on my bugeye WRX so it's obvious as soon as you pop the bonnet.

Thanks